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Lightning rods do not attract lightning as they memerly give lightning a low- resistance safe path to ground. I agree that less than 5% of the homes have lightning protection systems (LPS) who have installed them for peace of mind. Please note that The Villages installs them on nearly all commerical property, places of assembly, pumping stations, and the old and new fire HQ.
To "BS you don't need them" - perhaps you don't because you have a high tolerance for risk. For those like me who have a low tolarance for risk I have shelled out $$ for peace of mind as I do not want to see my house destroyed along with all of my possessions and irrepalaceable memorabilia. I have watched two homes destroyed by lightning - not a pretty sight. Each homeowner needs to decide based on facts - not myths or hearsay - their own tolerance for risk.
I would be concerend for the quallity of a $750 LPS installation even for the smallest villa. The installer is most likely not UL or LPI listed - however they may tell that they are. Further, they may be cutting corners by not using UL listed componets. Remember, this is a buyer beware market place as there is no local, county, or state regulation of LPS installers for residential property.
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